If you suffer from IBS and hemorrhoids, you are in the right place. IBS by itself is very challenging to deal with. Other issues that arise alongside IBS, such as hemorrhoids, can leave you feeling hopeless. In this article, we will discuss what hemorrhoids are, common symptoms and causes, whether IBS causes hemorrhoids, and provide…
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Perimenopause Bloating
If you wonder if bloating is a common perimenopause symptom – you have come to the right place. It may feel like you’re bloated all the time and look as though you’re eight months pregnant some days. This blog post contains lots of information on bloating during perimenopause. Just because the perimenopause could last a…
10 Tips for Traveling with IBS
Traveling should be a time to destress and enjoy a holiday but traveling with IBS can be the opposite of this. When you have IBS, the very thought of being stuck on a plane for hours with only a handful of public toilets is stressful. Not to mention the lack of control you will have…
Menopause bloating
Menopause bloating, is it a symptom? Menopause comes with many changes and symptoms. Commonly, you may have heard of the hot flushes, mood swings, brain fog and night sweats. Typically, bloating is not a common symptom of the menopause. In this article we will explore why some people could experience increased bloating during the changes…
Ovulation bloating: why does this happen? + solution
You may experience ovulation bloating or experience bloating during other phases of your menstrual cycle. In this article, we will discuss the reason for bloating during ovulation as well as some practical advice to help you to relieve it. What is ovulation? Ovulation is a part of your menstrual cycle. During ovulation, a mature egg…
Do you get stomach pain after drinking? Here is why
Do you experience stomach pain after drinking alcohol? Then you are in the right place. In this article we discuss the various reasons why you may have stomach pain after drinking, as well as explore current guidelines for alcohol consumption. We also look at what you can do to stop the stomach pain, when you…
Does nicotine make you poop?
You may wonder “does nicotine make you poop”. Is there a connection between them both? This article will discuss what nicotine is, how it can affect your body and your gut, and if it really makes you poop or not. Please note: This article does NOT replace medical advice. If you are looking to stop…
Yoga for IBS – Can it really help?
You may be wondering if you should be doing yoga for IBS? In this article, we will discuss what yoga is, if and how it can help with IBS and what types of yoga and poses are most beneficial. Can yoga help with IBS? Yes! It can help to reduce some of the symptoms that…
IBS and Painful Bladder Syndrome (Interstitial cystitis)
Painful bladder syndrome is challenging to cope with, especially if in combination with IBS. Studies have shown that people with both IBS and painful bladder syndrome combined have a lower quality of life than those without (1). When symptoms are present, it can affect your social life, work life, and even sleep. This article will…
4 different ways hypnotherapy can help you combat IBS symptoms
Our gut and mind are interconnected. One burning question that IBS sufferers often have is ‘does hypnotherapy help IBS symptoms?’ Judith Ward, Clinical hypnotherapist, explains the connection between our brain and gut, allowing hypnosis to be used as a therapy for IBS. If you have IBS, you are not alone. Around 2 in every 10…
